Abstract

BERUMEN, Sergio A.. An approach to local and regional competitiveness. Cuad. Adm. [online]. 2005, vol.18, n.29, pp.13-32. ISSN 0120-3592.

This paper is aimed at: (i) showing that some competitiveness principles are key issues for local development, and (ii) bringing forth some indicators that permit to establish the relative competitive position of a region concerning the trade of goods and services at different aggregation levels. On such a basis, the paper suggests a methodology that combines elements from export demand and inter-regional demand analysis, when demand is segmented, there is product differentiation and intrafirm trade characterized by agglomeration, scale and scope economies in firms.

Keywords : Trade; local and regional competitiveness; economic growth.

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